The Enigma
Synopsis
When John Fielding, MP, disappeared on the way home to his country estates he was, perhaps, cracking the first good joke of his life. Sergeant Jennings, left to pursue the investigation, finds little humour or help amongst Fielding's friends or family. Only Isobel could believe that Fielding might have wanted to disappear.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Michael Thomas
Michael Jennings
Barbara Kellerman
Isobel Dodgson
Ursula Howells
Mrs Fielding
Philip Bowen
Peter Fielding
Shelley Crowhurst
Francesca Fielding
Melinda Clancy
Caroline Fielding
Elizabeth Spriggs
Miss Parsons
Nigel Hawthorne
Fenton
Douglas Wilmer
Henry Wild
Raymond Westwell
Len Bargate
Andrew Downie
Drummond
David Troughton
Andrews
Lyndam Gregory
Peter's Flatmate
Neville Barber
Chairman of Labour Meeting
John Franklyn-Robbins
John Marcus Fielding
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Knights
- Screenplay & Story
- John Fowles, Malcolm Bradbury
- Original Title
- The Enigma
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Knights
John Fowles, Malcolm Bradbury
David Rose
Department Leadership Roster
Malcolm Bradbury
Writer
Robert Knights
Director
David Rose
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Enigma
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Enigma about?
When John Fielding, MP, disappeared on the way home to his country estates he was, perhaps, cracking the first good joke of his life. Sergeant Jennings, left to pursue the investigation, finds little humour or help amongst Fielding's friends or family. Only Isobel could believe that Fielding might have wanted to disappear.
Who directed The Enigma?
The Enigma was directed by Robert Knights.
Who stars in The Enigma?
The principal cast of The Enigma includes Michael Thomas, Barbara Kellerman, Ursula Howells, Philip Bowen, Shelley Crowhurst.
When was The Enigma released and how long is it?
The Enigma was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Is The Enigma based on a book or true story?
The Enigma is adapted from the following source material: Book: "John Fowles".